The 2015 Bernard Van Berg Les Gouttes is a distinctive white wine crafted from Aligoté grapes, originating from the Les Gouttes vineyard in Meursault, Burgundy. The 2015 vintage in Burgundy was notably hot and dry, leading to very ripe fruit and lower yields. Bernard Van Berg's philosophy for his 2015 whites was to pick very ripe, resulting in wines meant to be enjoyed young with characteristically low acidity. This wine presents a big, complex nose with notes of forest, potpourri, juniper, spices, anise, flint, minerals, and Anjou pear. On the palate, it is soft, showcasing strong minerality and pear flavors, with a touch more acidity on the finish. Some tasters have noted it as drier and more savory than typical, with hints of lychee, sea air, and pine. 【 An expressive Aligoté from a hot vintage, offering a unique savory and mineral profile 】 While designed for youthful enjoyment, some believe it has the potential to develop further, suggesting it may reach its peak in five to seven years. It pairs well with meaty and oily fish, and has been noted to work particularly well with Thai cuisine.